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Dr. Karen Smith, MD

Rheumatology*
3.6 (92)
Map Pin Small Spartanburg, SC
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Karen Smith, MD

Dr. Karen Smith, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Spartanburg, SC. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 37 years of experience, and is board certified in Rheumatology. They graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Spartanburg Medical Center. Dr. Smith, completed a residency at Med College of Pa and Hospital|Thos Jefferson University Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Smith an average 3.6 star rating.

Dr. Smith works at SMC - Center for Rheumatology - North Grove in Spartanburg, SC. They frequently treat conditions like Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Joint Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna and UnitedHealthCare as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Smith's Office Locations

  1. 1
    SMC - Center for Rheumatology - North Grove
    1330 Boiling Springs Rd Ste 1700, Spartanburg, SC 29303 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (864) 560-6844
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 15:00

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  • Spartanburg Medical Center

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Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Ankylosing Spondylitis
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Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Gout
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Lupus
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Psoriatic Arthritis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Fibromyalgia
Polymyositis
Spondylitis
Systemic Vasculitis
Behçet's Disease
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoporosis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Sarcoidosis
Vasculitis
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Churg-Strauss Syndrome
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Dry Eyes
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Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
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Felty's Syndrome
Fever
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Granulomatosis
Hammer Toe
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Infective Arthritis
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Limb Swelling
Lyme Disease
Muscle Cramping
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteopenia
Palindromic Rheumatism
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Post-Viral Disorder
Pyogenic Arthritis
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Sarcoid Arthropathy
Scleroderma
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Still's Disease
Systemic Sclerosis
Takayasu's Arteritis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Joint Drainage
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    • Aetna
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    • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of South Carolina
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    • Companion Benefit Alternatives
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    • Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare
    • Employers Health Network
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    • MedCost
    • Medicaid
    • Medicare
    • MedRisk
    • Midwest Health Plan
    • MultiPlan
    • NovaNet
    • Private HealthCare Systems
    • Provider Select, Inc.
    • Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
    • Three Rivers Provider Network
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    • UnitedHealthCare
    • USA Managed Care Organization
    • Worker's Compensation

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    3.6
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    Based on 92 ratings
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    About Dr. Karen Smith, MD

    Specialties*
    • Rheumatology

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    Specialties*
    Years of Experience
    • 37 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1154317378
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Med College of Pa and Hospital|Thos Jefferson University Hospital
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Georgetown University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Rheumatology
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    Dr. Karen Smith, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Smith is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Smith has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Smith works at SMC - Center for Rheumatology - North Grove in Spartanburg, SC. View the full address on Dr. Smith’s profile.

    Dr. Smith has seen patients for Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Joint Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Smith on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    92 patients have reviewed Dr. Smith. The overall rating for this provider is 3.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Smith.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Smith, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Smith appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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